Trump Super‑PAC Donates $10M to Ken Paxton Senate Campaign

Federal Election Commission filings released on Saturday show that President Donald Trump’s super‑PAC, MAGA Inc., transferred $10 million to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s 2026 U.S. Senate campaign. The money was routed through political‑media firm Del Ray Media, which used the funds to produce two attack advertisements targeting Paxton’s Democratic challenger, James Talarico.

Paxton, a Republican known for his controversial tenure as Texas AG, is seeking a Senate seat that will be contested in the midterm elections. The sizable contribution—one of the largest single transfers from a super‑PAC in the race—highlights the growing influence of outside spending in shaping campaign narratives. The ads were designed to shape voter perceptions ahead of the primary and general elections, underscoring the strategic role such funding plays in high‑profile contests.

The disclosure underscores how super‑PACs continue to bankroll high‑stakes races, and it places Paxton’s campaign under increased scrutiny as the 2026 election cycle approaches. The contribution reflects the broader trend of significant outside money influencing key state and national elections.